Lois Jean Personnic
December 5, 1935 - July 27, 2024
It is with a very heavy heart that we announce the passing of our dear Mum and Grandma, Lois Jean Personnic (nee Stewart) on July 27, 2024 (Paul in 1997). Lois was born on December 5, 1935, raised in Burlington Ontario and where she later met her loving husband Paul. In 1963 Lois, Paul and their four children moved to Hagersville. Shortly after moving to town, Lois began working in the newly built West Haldimand General Hospital in the Medical Records department. Her career changed quickly when the decision was made to open a family business. From 1974-1996, Lois and Paul were the proud owners of Personnic Country Market. They worked together and made lifelong friends with their employees and customers.
Lois loved entertaining her family, reading, working at the library, gardening, supporting the community and spending time with friends. She was also a member of the Hagersville United Church. Paul and Lois were so proud to live and work in this community.
Lois will be remembered for the unwavering love of her family and the great times spent with her grandchildren, in Ontario and British Columbia. She enjoyed traveling with her husband to visit family in Jersey, Channel Islands and Brittany, France.
Lois is survived by her children, Elaine, Paul (Lucy), Gail (Laszlo), Sandra (Dave), grandchildren Kathryn, Duncan, Michael, Andrea, Andrew (Shailah), Peter (Sara), Philip, Jason (Kristen), Alison (Nigel), Sean (Chelsea), great grandchildren Isabella, Lorelei, Eloise, Maison, Lola, Zoe, Xavier, Freya, Samuel, and Eleanor.
Sister to Joyce Moore, sister-in-law to Joe Moore, David Garnier, and Jennifer Personnic, Aunt to many nieces and nephews, and remembered dearly by family in Jersey Channel Islands and Brittany France.
Lois was predeceased by her parents, Douglas L. and Freda Stewart, grandchildren Stephen and Genevieve, brother-in-law Yves Personnic, sisters-in-law June Personnic, Collette Garnier and Suzanne LeGuen.
A special thank-you to the staff of Idelwyld Manor for the compassion and excellent care provided to Lois over the past few years.
The family will receive friends at the HYDE & MOTT FUNERAL CHAPEL, 60 Main Street South, Hagersville on Wednesday July 31, 2024. Visitation from 10:00 am to 11:00 am, Service in the Chapel at 11:00 am, followed by Burial at Hagersville Cemetery, then a Celebration of Life at the Hagersville United Church.
Memorial donations can be made to the West Haldimand General Hospital, Hagersville United Church, or a charity of your choice. Friends are invited to send condolences and sign the Book of Memories at www.rhbanderson.com
Condolences
Posted by
Joan Gee
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Jul 28th, 2024
So so sorry to hear of Lois’s passing. She was a very special person in my life. Condolences to all her children and extended family.
Posted by
Pat McClung
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Jul 28th, 2024
Ron and l send our sincere condolences to all the family
Cherish your memories ????
Posted by
Wendy (Krauskopf)Payne
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Jul 28th, 2024
We are so sorry to hear of Lois’s passing. Her and Paul and the family were great friends to all of us when they operated the Country Market. She will be sadly missed by many.
Posted by
Karen Dyet Sweeting
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Jul 28th, 2024
My condolences to Elaine, Gail, Paul, Sandra, et al. I have so many wonderful memories of visits to your home and the market when I was small. I can picture the home on King Street vividly, including the upstairs bedrooms where I’d often sneak up to hang out (bother) Elaine, Gail and Sandra during our visits. And of course, I remember sweet Fluffy :). Lois was a kind, gentle soul whose friendship meant a great deal to my Mom and my parents enjoyed many happy times with Paul and Lois. I hope there is a lovely reunion taking place in their eternal home. May your memories bring you warmth and comfort at this difficult time. Sending my love to you all.
Posted by
Bob and Rita Bennett
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Jul 29th, 2024
Dear Elaine, Paul, Gail, Sandra and all Lois' dear ones,
We are thinking of you with love as you gather to celebrate the wonderful life of your dear mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend.
We remember Lois as a great neighbour and look back fondly at fun times spent with her and Paul.
And we know that you have many beautiful memories to share as you comfort each other in your loss.
Certainly a life well lived, sincerely,Bob and Rita
Posted by
Wayne Awde
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Jul 29th, 2024
My condolences to family on your loss R.I.P.Lois
Posted by
Maureen Hewitt-Topp
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Jul 29th, 2024
Jeff and I send our sincere condolences. Lois was a wonderful person.
Posted by
Keith Krauskopf
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Jul 29th, 2024
Elaine, Paul, Gail, Sandra and families. My deepest sympathy to you all. Your Mom was a very special lady. I have many memories of being at your house and of coarse at the market for many years. Your Dad and Mom are now together again. They are with their two grand babies and their German Shepherds.
Posted by
Kathy Wall
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Jul 30th, 2024
Deepest sympathy to the entire Personnic family from the Runkas. We all shared many good times together. Lois will be missed.
Posted by
Jennifer Caylor
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Jul 30th, 2024
Our deepest condolences to Paul, Elaine, Sandra, Gail and their families. We have such fond memories of neighborhood good times! Lois was such a lovely , kind woman who will be remembered fondly. She will surely be missed by all.
Shirley, Chris, and Jennifer Caylor
Posted by
Warren Marlene
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Jul 30th, 2024
Elaine, Paul, Gail , Sandra & Families. Our heartfelt sympathies to you as you grieve the deep personal loss of a cherished mother, grandmother, great grandmother. We were so fortunate for many years to enjoy the Paul & Lois Personic Family as great neighbours and dear friends. Lois truly was a special person with her wonderful sense of humour, kindness, caring nature and concern for her beloved family and others. May God Grant you His Grace and Peace during this time of sorrow.
Posted by
Karin Jackson
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Jul 30th, 2024
Sending my sincerest condolences to all the family
Posted by
Michelle Delloch nee Caro
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Jul 30th, 2024
Elaine, Paul, Gail, Sandra and families, our deepest sympathy to you all. Your mother was dear to our hearts, her kind soul, cheerful smile and warm laughter will always be remembered kindly. Paul and Lois were good friends to our family, and were so kind to us over the years; we will always appreciate their love and warm hearts. I have warm memories of dinner at your house at the 'kid' table, while the adults laughed and chatted at the big table! She will be missed.
Michelle (nee Caro) and Rod Delloch, Prince Rupert BC
Posted by
Pat Firmani
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Jul 31st, 2024
Paul, Lucy & family, Wishing you comfort and remembering the kind and fun spirit that was your Mom. My Condolences to all!
Posted by
Sue and Dan Dalimonte
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Jul 31st, 2024
Elaine, Paul, Gail, Sandra and families,
Just found out of your mom’s passing. Sorry we missed the visitation and funeral. Your mom was a lovely lady and we are sure she will be missed by you all. Thinking of you all.
Posted by
Jim & Deb Hazell
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Jul 31st, 2024
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom. Our sincere condolences go out to all of you and your Aunt Joyce. We know there is many great memories with my Mom and Lois and Joyce getting together. They always had a lot of fun. May your happy memories help you get though this sad time.
Posted by
Dorothy van Osch
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Aug 1st, 2024
My deepest sympathies to Lois’ family. I always enjoyed lawn bowling with her.
Posted by
Barb Wase
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Aug 2nd, 2024
It was always a pleasure to meet up with Lois and her beautiful smile of greeting. Sincere condolences to all her family.
Posted by
Susan Butler Lim
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Aug 4th, 2024
Elaine, Paul, Gail, Sandra et al;
Condolences are extended to the entire family. Lois was a lovely, funny, kind woman. She was an early role model of someone who managed a large household, successfully raised 4 childen while at the same time, being fully employed outside the home. Not common in the 1960s.
My siblings and i have lots of fine memories of hanging out in the Personnic house, especially during Christmas and summer school holidays.
Best wishes to the family as you move on from this milestone.
